Why does the government make you sign everything in black ballpoint pen?

Answer by  shortcircuit08 (96)

Most likely nothing would happen if you sign in blue. Black ballpoint is chosen for it's legibility after a document has been copied using a copy machine. And ballpoint is the preferrence because it's less likely to smudge.

Answer by  km8738 (1917)

I work for a government and I sign most things in blue. It shows up better on black inked paper.